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Day 365: Wow
March 20, 2019 - What an extraordinary gift I was given for day 365! Thank you to Wild Native Tours for an amazing trip. And thank you to...
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Day 364: Unexpected
March 19, 2019 - Of all the photos I took today, this was the most unexpected capture. It brought a smile to my face.
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Day 363: That Stare
March 18, 2019 - I got the impression he didn't want his picture taken. What do you think?
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Day 361: Birthday Kids
March 16, 2019 - I caught up with these two kids today. Seems like they should still be kids, but they both have birthdays this week and.
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Day 360: Howling with the Wolves
March 15, 2019 - I met a third generation wolf whisperer, Holli, today at Seacrest Wolf Preserve in Chipley, Florida. Then, I had the ama...
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Day 358: Time
March 13, 2019 - "Maybe it's time to let the old ways die." I couldn't get that song out of my head and for some reason, it brought these...
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Day 357: Lines and Textures
March 12, 2019 - I don't know why... just caught my eye.
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Day 352: Babies
March 07, 2019 - The baby eagles popped up out of the nest just as the sun popped behind the clouds today. It was the first time I've see...
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Day 351: Seeing Red
March 06, 2019 - This is the resident heron I've posted so many photos of before. How do I know it's the same heron? Because I see the re...
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Day 349: Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!
March 04, 2019 - Mardi Gras gear is ready to go.
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Day 347: All Day
March 02, 2019 - This has been my view for the day. I seem to be missing out on the weekend.
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Day 345: My Hero
February 28, 2019 - This kind man brought me food and drink every time I asked for it! He's my hero.
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Day 344: A Wave
February 27, 2019 - We had a wave of darn-near-perfect weather this afternoon. I took advantage of it for a walk on the beach.
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Day 343: Veggies and Fruits
February 26, 2019 - I finally made it to the grocery store.
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Day 338: Spicing Things Up
February 21, 2019 - I got to see a little Gumbo Love being made today at LuLu's in Gulf Shores. What a treat!
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Day 335: The Spies
February 18, 2019 - The spies were led to the lock-up this morning at Fort Morgan. It seemed their fate was sealed.
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Day 331: Glassmaking
February 14, 2019 - It always amazes me to see the talent at the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach's Hot Shop.
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Day 328: We Are Not In Kansas
February 11, 2019 - Not in Kansas, but the ruby red slippers were out tonight on Alabama's Gulf Coast.
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Day 327: Here's Looking at You
February 10, 2019 - Is it just me, or does it look like there's a tiger in that tree?
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Day 326: Bubba and Connie
February 09, 2019 - Happy anniversary! These two celebrated 50 years of marriage today. They are still in love and serve as an amazing examp...
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Day 325: Broken
February 08, 2019 - New dish drain: 0, Tile floor: 2. First it was the coffee pot now my favorite mug. Change is hard.
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Day 323: Michael
February 06, 2019 - It's a fun to have a boss who is also a friend. Thanks, Michael.
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Day 322: Odd Couple
February 05, 2019 - Under a blanket of fog at Lake Guntersville State Park, I saw an eagle and a blue heron sharing a fishing spot.
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Day 319: Up Close
February 02, 2019 - It was amazing to see one of these guys up close. He was a star at a wonderful family event at the Gulf State Park Inter...
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Day 318: Wrestling
February 01, 2019 - This was a new experience for me. These are very impressive athletes.
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Day 317: Meatballs
January 31, 2019 - Chandra 's meatballs were mighty impressive.
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Day 316: Firewood
January 30, 2019 - I am grateful for my sister and my lumberjack brother-in-law this week.
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Day 314: Penthouse View
January 28, 2019 - The heron atop the tree had an even better view than I did!
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Day 312: Catching Up
January 26, 2019 - Some things never change. It was great fun listening to and talking about music with Teresa today.
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Day 311: My 40s Friends
January 25, 2019 - April and Melanie went back in time and rocked the 1940s look. I was just happy to be along for the trip. You can't beat...
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Day 310: Scavenger Hunt
January 24, 2019 - I went on a little scavenger hunt at Fort Morgan today, previewing as they tune up for an exciting new adventure for vis...
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Day 309: Main Course
January 23, 2019 - I had the distinct pleasure of enjoying an amazing meal prepared by Chef David Pan of Orange Beach Concierge. Behold the...
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Day 308: High Cotton
January 22, 2019 - Today, I was in High Cotton and in good company.
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Day 305: Here's My Sign
January 19, 2019 - Looks like tomorrow will be the perfect day to give up coffee. This morning I used the last of the coffee in the house....
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Day 304: Unexpected Kindness
January 18, 2019 - I recently stayed at The Lofts at 517 in Greenville, Mississippi. I left a necklace there. Without prompting, the staff...
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Day 303: Him, Again
January 17, 2019 - Like I need more pictures of a heron?! I just can't help it. He's such an interesting subject.
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Day 298: Local Flavor
January 12, 2019 - We found a nice spot for some local flavor in Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Day 297: Crystal Grill
January 11, 2019 - Classic lunch spot in Greenwood, Mississippi. And I'm supposed to have room for pie??
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Day 296: Dockery Farms
January 10, 2019 - This is considered to be one of the first and most important spots in Blues history. It was the sometime home of Charley...
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Day 295: The Blues Highway
January 09, 2019 - Today we explored Southhaven, Olive Branch, Tunica and Clarksdale and met some fellow Blues lovers along the way.
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Day 294: Bonne Terre
January 07, 2019 - The Chapel at Bonne Terre is just one of the picturesque spots on this property, a Mississippi Delta gem, in Nesbit, Mis...
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Day 293: For Charles
January 07, 2019 - We said goodbye to my cousin Charles today. And of course a national championship game day always reminds me of my broth...
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Day 291: On the Shoreline
January 05, 2019 - It was a beautiful morning on the beach.
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Day 289: Woodside
January 03, 2019 - The new Woodside is a great little eatery right on the Back Country Trail. It's also a deceptively hoppin' lunch spot!
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Day 288: There's Art Everywhere
January 02, 2019 - It may be a jungle out there, but the Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach is a fantastic place to escape. There is so mu...
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Day 287: A Bright Start
January 01, 2019 - Despite the gloomy, humid weather, it has been a bright start to the new year. And... the first day of spring (Day 365)...
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Day 286: Ready for the New Year
December 31, 2018 - I'vI'v
I've never bought collards in a bag before. But I know the best traditions can survive a bit of improvisation.
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Day 285: Holiday Color
December 30, 2018 - It's time to pack up the holiday color.
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Day 284: Candy-Coated Popcorn
December 29, 2018 - No peanuts or a prize, but that's what's you get.
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Day 282: Being Squirrelly
December 27, 2018 - After taking dozens of really bad photos of ducks that were too far away, I looked up and saw two squirrels doing all so...
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Day 271: Rebound
December 16, 2018 - I think every day about our neighbors who are, and will continue for a long time to come, suffering, struggling, coping...
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Day 269: Smiles
December 14, 2018 - I love seeing these two smile! Beautiful people, beautiful smiles.
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Day 265: Look Out
December 10, 2018 - This guy stood look out duty on my back porch this morning.
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Day 264: A Light, Shining in the Dark
December 09, 2018 - A lovely sign of good cheer and holiday spirit.
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Day 261: Oh, the Stories He Can Tell
December 06, 2018 - It was a very fun, entertaining and even touching show by Sean of the South.
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Day 259: Eagles
December 04, 2018 - I made a trip out to check on the eagle activity in Gulf State Park today. Learned a lesson early in my walk when I miss...
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Day 258: Fire in the Sky
December 03, 2018 - Beautiful sky at sunset this evening.
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Day 257: Return of the Mergansers
December 02, 2018 - I caught a quick glimpse of a pair of hooded mergansers today for the first time in a long while. They usually show up o...
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Day 256: Here We Are
December 01, 2018 - How did this happen? Is it really December already??
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Day 255: Incognito
November 30, 2018 - Guess what's in the box. It's not Pizza and it's neither hot nor fresh.
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Day 254: Who Dat?
November 29, 2018 - It's still a good year. I'm still a fan. Go Saints.
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Day 253: Head's Up
November 28, 2018 - I found a penny at the dollar store today. I'm glad it brings good luck, otherwise I might have felt fleeced.
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Day 249: Rollin'
November 24, 2018 - Roll tide and roll Segway! Fun morning on the Back Country Trail.
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Day 247: Thankful
November 22, 2018 - This girl was very thankful her dad was home for Thanksgiving and these are just two of the smiling faces I was blessed...
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Day 245: Family Traditions
November 20, 2018 - For me, Thanksgiving is always marked by lots of family memories. So glad some of the best traditions continue.
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Day 244: A Closer Look
November 19, 2018 - The monarchs are still fluttering around.
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Day 242: Sports
November 17, 2018 - I've never been an athlete but I see so much good at the events I attend. Today I saw athletes from different background...
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Day 240: Succulent Scallops
November 15, 2018 - Scallops and scallions. Mighty tasty.
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Day 239: Songwriters
November 14, 2018 - I am a music lover. Tonight was a true gift, hearing the songs, feeling the passion and being inspired by young songwrit...
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Day 238: Nuts
November 13, 2018 - I had a very yummy pork dinner but I have no photo of that. So, nuts.
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Day 237: What the What?!
November 12, 2018 - It was a fun morning with the lemurs at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. I got some crazy looks.
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Day 236: Nice View
November 11, 2018 - The new Gulf State Park Lodge has a very comfy deck with a stunning beach view.
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Day 235: There Was This Bacon Thingy . . .
November 10, 2018 - It got my attention.
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Day 233: Colorful Competition
November 08, 2018 - I guess this is now a thing. The competition is ON!
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Day 232: I Love This Place
November 07, 2018 - I didn't get to go in tonight, but I just love the look of Big Beach Brewing Co at night. I'll be back soon.
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Day 231: Weathered
November 06, 2018 - Along the trail on a dreary afternoon, some colorful accents stood out amid the miles of weathered boardwalk railings.
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Day 228: The Camping Crew
November 03, 2018 - It was a beautiful evening with friends, old and new.
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Day 227: Nicholas Wilton Illustration
November 02, 2018 - This book cover illustration has been pulling me in...
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Day 225: The Buck
October 31, 2018 - Wow. What a sight to see, each of us hanging out on our respective side of the creek, enjoying the evening.
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Day 224: Oysters
October 30, 2018 - Thank you, Melanie and April. And oysters. For a fabulous evening. Lovely ending to a fabulous day. And, did I say fabul...
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Day 222: Freedom of Expression
October 28, 2018 - I'm loving the art around here.
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Day 221: Bright and Hopeful
October 27, 2018 - I usually think of spring as the season of hope. Today, the many fall Monarchs I saw brought hopeful thoughts, after hav...
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Day 220: Bradfordville
October 26, 2018 - Today is my brother's birthday and he has been very much on my mind this week. I sure do miss him. I don't recall that h...
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Day 216: Colorful
October 22, 2018 - Mondays are a lot more fun when I'm surrounded by colorful friends.
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Day 215: Teddy
October 21, 2018 - Teddy was my game-watching partner for a while today. Look at that intensity. WHO DAT! Saints for the win!
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Day 214: Cup of Joe
October 21, 2018 - One of my favorite mugs, ready for morning duty.
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Day 212: Art
October 18, 2018 - The beautiful work of the talented Maya Blume-Cantrell.
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Day 211: Loot
October 17, 2018 - I won lots of loot! Wine, scones and apple butter, amusement park rides and waterway guides, a branding book and a flask...
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Day 210: Reflections
October 16, 2018 - I've spent a lot of the day reflecting on how fortunate I am. I have so many wonderful supportive people in my life, I l...
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Day 209: Closer Look
October 15, 2018 - I love how a macro lens lets this tiny yellow flower fill the frame and shine. #NoCropping
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Day 205: Lobster Roll
October 11, 2018 - I couldn't leave Maine without having one of these!
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Day 204: Dawn
October 10, 2018 - It was a beautiful, calm scene before the sunrise in Acadia National Park.
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Day 203: One Quiet Spot
October 09, 2018 - I had fun playing with motion and trying to depict one quiet place amid all the chaos.
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Day 202: Cadillac Mountain
October 08, 2018 - Wow. Acadia National Park has such variety. Lots of visuals to choose from but it's hard to pass up a night cap like thi...
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Day 200: Marshall Point Lighthouse
October 06, 2018 - I can't go to Maine and not post a lighthouse picture. We saw a beautiful sunrise here today. And I heard Forrest Gump w...
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Day 199: Friendship Harbor
October 05, 2018 - You know its a good day when it starts in a town named Friendship with a setting like this.
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Day 198: Roadside Attraction
October 04, 2018 - It was a beautiful first glimpse of fall color. Fog and drizzle were settling in, but it was a lovely late afternoon dri...
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Day 193: All In
September 29, 2018 - The Delta Dash participants were a sight to see today. Some were having more fun than others, but all were impressive.
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Day 191: Light, Waves
September 27, 2018 - The mix of afternoon light and odd clouds made a good combination for black and white.
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Day 190: Sliced
September 26, 2018 - I have GOT to get this camera out of the house! But for now, we've got tomatoes.
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Day 189: Rosary
September 25, 2018 - I don't know what lead me to pull this out today. Though I have to admit it's not been used much, I've had this rosary f...
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Day 186: It's Those Funky Pants Again
September 22, 2018 - Nothing to see here. #LazyPhotographer
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Day 185: Images
September 21, 2018 - Reviewing a few of my favorite images. I really need to get this camera out of the house again soon!
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Day 182: Mixed Media
September 17, 2018 - I always love a visit to the Coastal Arts Center in Orange Beach. Today I was inspired by this mixed media by Zack Baisd...
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Day 181: Oysters
September 16, 2018 - Spending time talking about oysters inspired me to enjoy some for dinner. YUM!
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Day 180: Hearts and Skies
September 15, 2018 - Beautiful evening and a fun day.
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Day 178: Songs and Stories
September 14, 2018 - My friend Bebe didn't sing for me yesterday but she gifted me this with this Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf album. And sh...
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Day 177: Failure
September 13, 2018 - Have you ever wondered what happens when a memory card in your camera fails? While it can result in some interesting ima...
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Day 176: Coastal Comrades
September 12, 2018 - Thinking of my new friends on the coast of the Carolinas and wishing them the best. Stay safe.
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Day 175: Hope Amid Chaos
September 11, 2018 - I'm always intrigued by things that start off mindlessly and somehow end up holding a deeper meaning. Maybe I'm reaching...
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Day 174: Swallowtails and Shadows
September 10, 2018 - I saw the most amazing dance by some butterflies at Weeks Bay Reserve's pitcher plant bog today. I was able to get some...
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Day 172: The Grape Stomp
September 08, 2018 - There was a whole lotta stomping -- and tasting, and touring and all kinds of fun -- going on at Duplin Winery's Grape S...
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Day 171: Uncork. Unwind. Unplug.
September 07, 2018 - Tasting wine and talking tourism makes for a very sweet day.
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Day 170: Yana's
September 06, 2018 - We had a delicious breakfast and a little entertainment from Mizz Evelyn and Elvis at Yana's Restaurant in Swansboro, N.
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Day 169: Swansboro By Sail
September 05, 2018 - Captain Mike was an outstanding ambassador and what a beautiful afternoon it was aboard Swansboro By Sail.
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Day 168: Moonshiner
September 04, 2018 - Gray is a moonshiner and he's proud of it! I enjoyed a tour and tasting at Walton's Distillery in Jacksonville, North Ca...
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Day 167: Gotcha!
September 03, 2018 - I caught a glimpse of a Green Heron fishing for lunch this afternoon. This just in: the crab escaped!
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Day 165: Tools
September 01, 2018 - These were my tools of the day. Moved some art around for some new views.
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Day 163: Sleeping on the Porch
August 30, 2018 - They make it look almost comfortable. I do feel guilty about leaving the light on, though.
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Day 162: Words
August 29, 2018 - I forgot I have this magnetic poetry pack. Maybe it's time to throw it up on the fridge and see what sticks.
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Day 159: Not Today
August 26, 2018 - There's a sticker in my house that reads, "A year from now, what will you wish you had done today?" I sure hope this isn...
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Day 156: Cork Dork
August 23, 2018 - I made a new friend and learned a new term tonight. James is a Cork Dork. I enjoyed dinner, some good wine and enjoyed t...
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Day 155: Fan Girl
August 22, 2018 - I met a woman tonight from Iowa who now lives in Florida and came to Alabama to celebrate. She video called a friend in...
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Day 154: My Bahamian Friend
August 21, 2018 - This guy was born in the Bahamas but he's been living at my house for years. Very quiet, but he always seems to be watch...
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Day 153: Resting on the Trail
August 20, 2018 - There were lots of these beauties along the Back Country Tria l today. This one, like me, needed a rest. #ItWasHotOutsid...
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Day 151: Legacy
August 18, 2018 - At Miss Rita's memorial service this evening it was clear to see that she's left a whole lot more than a little sparkle.
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Day 148: Light
August 15, 2018 - It's amazing how the combination of a little light and shadows can make the most simple composition interesting.
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Day 147: Headband of the Day
August 14, 2018 - Thank you, John Legend, for that #headbandoftheday earworm. It's been in my head all day. Luckily for everyone involved,...
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Day 145: Inspiration in Plain Sight
August 12, 2018 - Have you ever looked around at all the things that surround you everyday and realize how long it's been since you actual...
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Day 144: Speed
August 11, 2018 - I spent some time this morning watching folks play on the beach and in the water. It had been way too long since I sat o...
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Day 143: Current Situation
August 10, 2018 - It's time. Froggie and I both know when it's time to head for higher ground.
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Day 142: The Last Ride
August 09, 2018 - A quick diversion to find a picture for the day and I barely got a shot off before the last ride of the night concluded.
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Day 140: Backcountry Reflection
August 07, 2018 - A quick iphone view from my evening walk.
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Day 139: Rising Stars
August 06, 2018 - Shelley made friends with some rising stars in the tourism industry. Their future is bright, for sure.
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Day 138: Sean of the South
August 04, 2018 - I don't know what to say about this picture. I should just say the highlight of my day was hearing Sean Dietrich speak....
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Day 133: In Between
July 31, 2018 - In between meetings and in between rain showers, I got to take in this view at Gulf State Park. Ahhh.
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Day 132: Fabulous
July 30, 2018 - Her shirt says "fabulous" because she is. Look at that smile!
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Day 131: David Hood Was Here
July 29, 2018 - You know that bass line you love in "I'll Take You There" by the Staples Singers? It was recorded right there by David H...
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Day 130: 3614 Jackson Highway
July 28, 2018 - If these walls could talk! Muscle Shoals Sound Studio was the home of the famous Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section (the Swamp...
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Day 129: W.C. Handy Festival
July 27, 2018 - I am so excited to have finally made it to the W.C. Handy Festival in the Shoals. So much talent! This afternoon we hear...
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Day 128: A Warm Welcome
July 26, 2018 - After a long drive this evening, it was refreshing to get such an enthusiastic greeting. Jerry gave me a very warm welco...
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Day 127: Attitude
July 25, 2018 - I have to admit I am growing weary of this project. This was a good late night reminder.
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Day 126: Writer's Block
July 24, 2018 - I developed an immediate affinity to a new wine tonight.
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Day 125: Splash of Green
July 23, 2018 - It's just one green leaf among lots of green leaves but sometimes a little light in the right spot makes something ordin...
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Day 123: Brigham
July 21, 2018 - I was lucky enough to catch a few tunes from this guy today. Check out the music of Brigham Cason any time you get a cha...
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Day 121: Taking the Tour
July 19, 2018 - When a property that is still under construction is worthy of a stop for a a photo op, you know the location is spectacu...
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Day 117: A Little Something
July 15, 2018 - I found this small piece of art -- all made of paper -- at a cute little shop on the coast of Georgia. I love it and am...
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Day 115: Lunch on a Limb
July 13, 2018 - Osprey grabbing a little snack before heading back to the nest.
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Day 114: Perspective
July 12, 2018 - A macro perspective has me seeing a landscape where I've never seen one before.
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Day 113: The Music Man
July 11, 2018 - Today's brush with greatness: listening to world-famous local legend, entertainer and songwriter Brent Burns, perform an...
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Day 111: Daily Reminder
July 09, 2018 - I see this on my mirror every morning. I'm grateful for Monday's miracles, tiny as they were.
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Day 109: My Captain
July 07, 2018 - It was a fun afternoon on the water with this guy. Captain Rick did a great job of keeping us away from the storms.
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Day 108: Old Time Pottery
July 06, 2018 - This is my version of old time pottery. Made in 1988 by my friend Steve Burrow of Sea Oat Studio in Gulf Shores. Could t...
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Day 107: Cruising Through the Sunset
July 05, 2018 - It was a beautiful golden sunset in my neighborhood tonight.
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Day 106: Gilligan and Mary Ann
July 04, 2018 - ... also known as Michael and Jessica. Enjoying the 4th of July on the bay.
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Day 105: Kid of the Day
July 02, 2018 - There were many, many cute kids out tonight enjoying all the holiday fun at The Wharf. This colorful cat was my favorite...
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Day 104: Thank you, April
July 02, 2018 - April gave me this journal years ago and it surfaced again a couple days ago. Then yesterday, she shared a message of gr...
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Day 102: Alabama Beer
June 30, 2018 - Drink local! There's a lot to choose from among Alabama's breweries ' beers. Tastes great and feels good to support loca...
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Day 101: Swaying in the Breeze
June 29, 2018 - The sea oats have really popped out in the last week or so. In bloom, they are such a beautiful addition to the beach la...
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Day 100: A Closer Look
June 28, 2018 - While I was focusing on the flower, this guy flew in for a closer look.
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Day 99: Africatown
June 27, 2018 - Today I learned about the stories and legacy of Cudjoe Lewis, the last known survivor of the slave ship Clotilde, the la...
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Day 98: Here's Your Sign
June 26, 2018 - Seems pretty reasonable to me. #NoPoopZone #Don'tFeedTheBirds
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Day 97: Discussing Sustainable Tourism
June 25, 2018 - Costas Christ at Gulf State Park.
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Day 96: Here's Looking at You, Kid
June 24, 2018 - I usually assume when I see owls in my yard that they are one, or sometimes both, of a pair who live somewhere nearby. T...
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Day 95: Dinner with a View
June 23, 2018 - It was a very nice evening at the Anchor Bar & Grill. Beautiful view, nice breeze, live music, pork belly tots, beer and...
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Day 94: Strawberry
June 22, 2018 - Again, just playing. I need to get out more.
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Day 92: Tapping
June 20, 2018 - Small batch Hickory Maple Nut Brown at Big Beach Brewing. Drinking local with no filter.
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Day 90: Hospitality
June 18, 2018 - Lisa and Hans were wonderful hosts tonight at Lisa's new restaurant, Lucy's, in Auburn. True hospitality and excellent f...
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Day 89: Beach Music
June 16, 2018 - The cool kids of JERI were playing in my neighborhood today.
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Day 88: Look 'em in the Eye
June 16, 2018 - The new trails in Gulf State Park offer some nice views of the native wildlife.
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Day 87: Home
June 15, 2018 - I got back to my little corner of the world today.
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Day 86: St. Pete Fashion
June 14, 2018 - Here's one example of the fashion-forward public art in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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Day 85: Art Appreciation
June 13, 2018 - While struggling to understand many of the works in the Dali Museum, I had a deep appreciation for this young art lover.
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Day 84: Jacksonville
June 12, 2018 - Not where I expected to be waking up on this day.
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Day 83: Leaving Cumberland
June 11, 2018 - It was a beautiful morning and a pleasant walk back to the ferry dock when we left Cumberland Island. The weekend was a...
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Day 82: Plum Orchard
June 10, 2018 - Here's another of the surprising sights on Cumberland Island. After walking miles on trails through untouched habitats,...
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Day 81: Dungeness
June 09, 2018 - Our first stop after arriving on Cumberland Island was the site of Dungeness. The mansion is in ruins but its remains an...
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Day 80: Evening in St. Marys
June 08, 2018 - St. Marys, Georgia is a beautiful, sleepy little coastal town. It's got its share of quirky people, though. I enjoyed th...
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Day 79: Ready for Adventure
June 07, 2018 - I'm going on a walkabout and will be off the grid for a bit. See you on the flip side.
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Day 78: Making Hay
June 06, 2018 - We train 'em young out on the farm. Eli had his first day of cutting hay on his own today. He looks like a pro, doesn't...
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Day 77: Interpreting Tino
June 05, 2018 - Here's a little slice of one of my favorite paintings by my friend and talented artist Rick Tino. I'm lucky to have amaz...
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Day 75: Good Advice
June 03, 2018 - This was the message I took from my walk on the trail today. I've never noticed this bench before. Thanks for the remind...
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Day 74: Small, Medium or Large?
June 02, 2018 - Watercraft aplenty, here. All sizes, all types, all the fun you can stand!
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Day 73: Women Build
June 01, 2018 - Habitat for Humanity of Baldwin County has a Women Build project underway. This house, largely funded and constructed by...
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Day 72: Beach Day
May 31, 2018 - I got just a peek at how lovely the beach was today.
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Day 71: Happy Hour
May 30, 2018 - I I enjoyed a very happy hour, a few hours actually, with Ellen and Annette this evening. What a treat. Excellent compan...
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Day 69: Memorial Day
May 28, 2018 - Feeling grateful today and remembering that our freedom is not free. Thinking of those who've paid the price.
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Day 68: Lazy
May 27, 2018 - These are my funky, comfy, lazy-Sunday, movie-watching-on-the-couch britches. I thought they offered a colorful solution...
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Day 67: Marathon
May 26, 2018 - I started the day watching marathon runners and marveling at the fact that they can still be smiling after all those mil...
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Day 66: Outstanding Athletes
May 25, 2018 - I photographed some outstanding athletes today. They were outstanding in their abilities, in their sportsmanship and man...
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Day 65: Lucky Number Seven
May 24, 2018 - These guys. Great leaders for our Alabama tourism industry. Earlier this week the release of 2017 economic impact number...
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Day 64: Evening Light
May 23, 2018 - Pretty light this evening at The Wharf in Orange Beach.
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Day 63: Morning Traveler
May 22, 2018 - This guy was traveling through my yard this morning. After parking himself under my car for rest, he continued his journ...
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Day 62: Nighttime at Big Beach
May 21, 2018 - Don't let the still of the night fool you. All the activity was going on inside. Trivia night for Geeks Who Drink makes...
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Day 61: Morning Outing
May 20, 2018 - It was a beautiful morning. Have I mentioned lately how much I love where I live?
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Day 60: In the Trees
May 19, 2018 - Whenever I hear a ruckus among the small, chirpy birds in the back yard, I can be fairly sure the resident Barred Owl is...
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Day 59: Projects
May 18, 2018 - I'm just showing off a couple of recent projects. I'm happy to have the opportunity to work on publications like these t...
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Day 58: Rolling Over
May 17, 2018 - My ride rolled over 100,000 miles this evening. It's just getting broken in, right? I sure hope so. And I hope the two o...
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Day 57: Iris
May 16, 2018 - It was such a pleasure to meet Iris tonight. She's two years old and she's a firecracker, for sure. Rumor has it she's a...
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Day 56: Crystal Clear
May 15, 2018 - It was a beautiful evening on the Back Country Trail, except for the yellow flies. I love, love, love this view from the...
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Day 54: Gulf Oak Ridge
May 13, 2018 - This lovely view was a nice reward along my morning walk on the Back Country Trail.
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Day 53: Faithful Friend
May 12, 2018 - This old friend is always a good model when I need one.
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Day 52: Moon Shell
May 11, 2018 - If you google "swirly shell" the photos of shells that look the most like this one identify them as moon shells. That wa...
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Day 50: Sour Puss
May 09, 2018 - Apparently the frequent visitor I refer to as Not-My-Cat is not a morning feline. I recently met his person who told me...
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Day 49: Critters
May 08, 2018 - This was just one of the critters I spied hanging around my house today.
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Day 48: Yum!
May 07, 2018 - Thank you, Anchor Bar, for a fabulous salad with an amazing view.
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Day 46: Good Catch!
May 05, 2018 - I was lucky enough to capture a few of the really good catches made by the World Famous Frisbee Dogs today at the Gulf C...
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Day 44: Happy Birthday!
May 03, 2018 - Our family welcomed a precious new member today. This little pink package is in celebration of her birthday. She is so l...
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Day 41: Apples and Onions?
April 30, 2018 - In the spirit of making the best of what you have, tonight I'm comparing apples and onions. I'll compare oranges another...
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Day 38: North Island
April 27, 2018 - The landscape of South Carolina's North Island is striking. We enjoyed a harbor tour and boat trip to the island from Ge...
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Day 37: Pawleys Island
April 26, 2018 - There were a lot of great things about today but when you start the day "blessed" how could you expect anything less? Th...
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Day 36: Welcome to South Carolina
April 26, 2018 - I got such a relaxing welcome to Pawleys Island that I almost forgot to post a picture for the day. This hasty post does...
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Day 35: Treasures
April 24, 2018 - I'm thankful today for many treasures. Topping the list are friends, family, memories and hope.
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Day 34: For Jan
April 23, 2018 - She doesn't get a warm and fuzzy feeling from these guys but this one was obviously a #greatnanajan groupie, hanging out...
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Day 33: Baby on the Way
April 22, 2018 - We're looking forward to a new addition to the family. She will be will be so loved and so well cared for and is already...
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Day 31: Tranquility
April 20, 2018 - This view never gets old: Orange Beach Waterfront park at sunset.
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Day 30: Paddling Lake Shelby
April 19, 2018 - It was a beautiful spring day to paddle Gulf State Park's Lake Shelby.
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Day 29: In the House
April 18, 2018 - I started this 365 project for a couple reasons. One was to remind myself to slow down and pay attention to the world ar...
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Day 28: Northern Flicker
April 17, 2018 - I took my camera for a walk in Gulf State Park this afternoon. Three Bald Eagles in a nest is a majestic sight and alway...
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Day 27: Nice Ride
April 16, 2018 - I find them much more attractive when parked quietly.
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Day 25: The Original Crew
April 14, 2018 - I went to Stone Mountain for the first time today but this was my favorite sight of the day. Old friends... forever frie...
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Day 24: My Roommate
April 13, 2018 - This is Kathy, my college roommate. She hasn't changed a bit. Still the organized one. This time she's outdone herself,...
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Day 23: Celebration
April 12, 2018 - I am very excited for my friend Chandra and for all the great things she'll do in her her new gig. Happy to be able to c...
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Day 22: The Colors of Home
April 11, 2018 - There's no place like home. I love traveling and exploring new places. An unexpected benefit of travel is how much it ma...
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Day 20: Let's Just Start with Breakfast . . .
April 09, 2018 - What a great day in West Volusia County, Florida! We started by cooking our own breakfast at our own table, a popular De...
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Day 19: Cassadaga
April 08, 2018 - Cassadaga: Where Mayberry meets the Twilight Zone
It was an enlightening day. Good friends, meaningful messages, sense...
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Day 18: Morning Shower
April 07, 2018 - It's hard to beat a refreshing shower after a leisurely morning stroll on the beach.
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Day 17: Hey Mom?
April 06, 2018 - This Great Egret in breeding plumage preens while babies are calling for some attention. I saw them at an amazing Florid...
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Day 16: Birds-a-Plenty
April 05, 2018 - I am not a birder, but this week I am learning more about photographing them. Today I've seen the most amazing combinati...
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Day 15: Snowy Egret
April 04, 2018 - It was a fabulous day for photographing birds! Snowy and Reddish Egrets were highlights... but there were many, many mor...
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Day 13: Packing
April 02, 2018 - Getting ready to hit the road. I hope I don't have to attend any formal events.
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Day 12: Easter Morning
April 01, 2018 - My favorite shot from this morning's sunrise shoot was actually a moon shot.
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Day 11: My Sisters
March 31, 2018 - I've been thinking about my sisters today. I am so very thankful for them. This morning I repotted some plants and calle...
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Day 10: Good Friday View
March 30, 2018 - It was a beautiful day to take a tour and take in the views.
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Day 9: Who's Watching?
March 29, 2018 - Horned owl took over an osprey nest this year. New baby was checking out the surroundings this afternoon.
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Day 8: Spring is Springing
March 28, 2018 - Spring break at Orange Beach Waterfront Park.
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Day 7: Art
March 27, 2018 - Some days, the planned shots don't materialize. I'm feeling very lucky to have some beautiful visuals hanging around my...
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Day 6: Big Beach Red
March 26, 2018 - Big Beach Brewing has been such a great addition to our community. It's a delightful spot to gather for great beers, com...
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Day 5: Waves of Color from Distant Shores
March 25, 2018 - I received a beautiful gift today. I am entranced by the combination of colors and texture.
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Day 3: Generosity
March 23, 2018 - I've been a supporter of Habitat for Humanity for years. I am thankful for the friends who were active volunteers before...
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Day 2: Momentary Escape
March 22, 2018 - Ten minutes at the beach are better than none. It was a beautiful day out there.
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Day 1: A New Season
March 21, 2018 - Today, after several nudges, I decided this is the best day to start a new project. Celebrating the first day of spring,...
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Sweet Sixteen
August 06, 2017 - The talent this young man has is amazing. Equally, the focus he has sustained through the two years leading up to his 16...
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Finding the Shot of the Day
April 21, 2017 - Sometimes my favorite shots of the day have little or nothing to do with the assignment I’m shooting. While looking for...
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